The Coal Trade (Classic Reprint): A Compendium of Valuable Information Relative to Coal Production, Prices, Transportation, Etc., at Home and Abroad, ... for Future Reference (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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A detailed look at coal under modern pressure: production, prices, and the routes that moved it around the world.
This classic reference gathers key facts about coal production, pricing, and transportation in the 19th century. It covers major coal regions in the United States and abroad, tracks yearly output, and explains how minerals moved from mines to markets through rail and water networks. The material blends regional detail with national and international context, offering a practical snapshot of the coal trade as it stood when the data were compiled.
- Learn how different coal fields are described and organized, from anthracite to lignite and beyond.
- See production figures by year and region, plus notes on demand, pricing, and logistics.
- Understand the role of railroads, canals, and ports in shaping coal distribution.
- Explore concise profiles of key regions and mines that powered industry in the era.
Ideal for readers of industrial history, economic history, and researchers seeking a compact, data-driven view of coal’s global movement in the period.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book follows the American coal industry from the first mines opened in the 1820s to the late 1870s. It explores the economic, geographical, and political factors that affected the growth of this industry, the largest in the United States at the time. Due to the increase in population and the rise of industries such as iron and steel manufacturing, a domestic coal supply was in high demand. Notably, this book details the development of transportation networks that allowed the large-scale movement of coal from mines to consumers. The author draws on historical documents, industry reports, and newspapers to provide a comprehensive view of the coal industry. This book delves into topics such as coal production, labor relations, safety concerns, and the impact of the industry on the environment and local communities. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781334489587_0
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